- Str8 by Rusk is a heat activated lotion that alters curl memory and reduces frizz to give you sleek, straight hair. Simply work the lotion through wet, clean hair and blow dry with a flat or large round brush. For very straight hair follow with a flat iron from Chi or FHI. You can purchase this product online at Rush1.com or on Amazon. It is also sold in drug stores and beauty supply stores. This product is priced from $9 to $13.
- Align 12 is a straightening lotion from Redken that is infused with xylose and glucose sugars to provide heat protection while straightening. Work the product through clean, towel dried hair and blow dry straight with a flat brush. Follow with your straightener for seriously smooth locks. You can purchase Redken Align 12 on Redken.com, Amazon.com or in stores for around $9.
- This temporary relaxing spray from John Frieda will give you straight hair for up to three days. It comes in spray form and wraps each hair strand in a blend of polymers to seal in straight hair. Spray the product in damp or wet hair, starting with seven to 15 sprays. If your hair is extremely curly, use more of the product. Comb the product through your hair and blow dry it straight with a flat brush. Follow with your flat iron. This product can be purchased online at Drugstore.com, Amazon.com or in stores for around $8.
- For sleeker hair without the high price tags try this straightening cream from Pantene. This cream is designed to smooth and unwind each curl to prepare the hair for straightening. It wraps around the hair to provide frizz protection. Massage the cream into clean wet hair and comb it through with your fingers. Blow dry and straighten your hair. This product can be purchased online on Amazon.com or Drugstore.com or in stores for around $5.